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Spotted hyenas and how hydration shapes their survival
This blog was written by Koketso Barongwa Sekome, a Bushwise Professional Safari Guide student. Each student takes a turn as camp manager, and writing a blog is part of the experience. Across Africa’s open plains, the sound of a spotted hyena’s call cuts through the night. These animals are clever, complex, and highly adaptable, but even the most resourceful creatures need one thing to survive: water. In the bush, where dry seasons can stretch for months, water plays a surpri
Kerryn Morrison
Dec 182 min read


The dwarf mongoose: Small body, big story
The dwarf mongoose is Africa’s smallest carnivore, and one of its most entertaining. Found across a wide range of habitats in sub-Saharan...
Bushwise Trainer
Jul 113 min read


The secret life of giraffes – Facts about Africa’s tallest animal
This blog was written by Runé Jansen van Vuuren, a Bushwise Professional Safari Guide student. Each student takes a turn as camp manager,...
Bushwise Student
Apr 113 min read
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